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America's Parade Band

Founded in 1972, the Homewood Patriot Band is located at Homewood High School in Homewood, Alabama just over the mountain from Birmingham, Alabama. The Homewood Patriot Band prides itself on tradition. Since its inception, band members have worn the same timeless red, white, and blue patriot uniform and iconic tricornered hat while representing their community in parades across America and Europe.

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Star Spangled Girls 2026-2027

Julia Anderson

Ella Ayers

Chloe Cartee 

Sarah Margaret Donohoo

Mary McRae Farrell

Elizabeth Finney

Cece Giardina 

Gabby Gonzalez 

Edie Gustin

Lilly Gwaltney

Julia Hanson

Ande Kate Herschbach

Mary Addison Holley

A’Zuri Hubbard

Catherine Jenkins 

Ella Keel

Riley McCullars

Zaidee Manning

Maggie Mitchell

Rosemary Mooney

Eliza Murrill

Adelaide Nowak

Ellie Pope

Emalyn Powers 

Evelyn Roberts

Lyla Rotter

Mattie Kate Sellers 

Amelia Swatek

Harper Tapley

Scarlett Taylor

Anna Bayless Ydel

 

Starlets 2026-2027

Layne Ayers

Mia Brocato 

Karen Castaneda

Samantha Dillashaw

Amil Epps

Harper Hubrich

Adelaide Gamble

Caroline Gilchrist

Charlotte Johnson

Haley Klein

Sophie Ogger

Ruby Snyder

Lilly Grace Strong

Harper Watts

Amelia Worley

 

Homewood High School Patriot Band to Make History as First American Band in World’s Largest Flower Parade

The Homewood High School Patriot Marching Band is heading to the Netherlands to make history. Band Director Chris Cooper announced that the "Patriots" have been officially invited to perform in the 2027 Corso Zundert, the world’s largest and most prestigious flower parade. This performance will mark the first time in the event’s 90-year history that an American marching band has been selected to participate.

Founded in 1936 in the birthplace of Vincent van Gogh, Corso Zundert is a UNESCO-recognized cultural tradition featuring 20 massive, sculptural floats covered entirely in millions of dahlia blooms. While the parade regularly features elite show bands from across Europe, the selection of the Homewood Patriot Band underscores the program's global reputation for excellence and showmanship.

“This is an incredibly meaningful moment for our program,” said Director Chris Cooper. “While our students have marched on some of the world’s biggest stages, being the first American band to ever march the streets of Zundert is a distinct honor. It’s a reminder that the hard work our students put in every day in Homewood, Alabama, resonates on a global scale.

 

Holiday Parades

A marching band performs in a street parade, with spectators lining the sidewalks.☆St. Patrick’s Day Festival☆

Dublin, Ireland

2024, 1997, 1993

The Homewood Patriot Band has marched in the Saint Patrick’s Day Festival Parade in Dublin, Ireland 3 times. In the most recent trip in 2024, the band also marched in the Celbridge community parade on the same day.

A marching band performs in front of a mountain range, with large silver instruments and a clear blue sky.☆Tournament of Roses☆

Pasadena, California

2026, 2022, 2014, 2009, 2003, 1984

The Homewood Patriot Band has participated in the Tournament of Roses 5 times. In 2022, the band was given the distinct honor of leading the parade by Rose Parade President Bob Miller.

A group of women in red and white uniforms perform a synchronized dance routine in a city street.☆Macy’s Thanksgiving Day☆

New York City, New York

2018, 2011, 2006, 2000, 1995, 1990, 1986, 1981, 1978

A group of young women in uniform stand in front of a large crowd gathered in front of a building.☆ABC Thanksgiving Day Parade☆

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2016

Theme Park Parades

A marching band from Homewood High School performs in front of Cinderella's Castle at Disney's Magic Kingdom.☆Walt Disney World☆

Orlando, Florida

2024, 2014, 2010, 1997

A marching band and color guard perform in a festive setting, with a large decorated Christmas tree in the background.☆Universal Studios☆

Orlando, Florida

2022, 2017

A marching band parades down a street, led by a banner that reads 'Homewood Patriot Band'.

☆Disneyland☆

Anaheim, California

2025, 2014, 2009, 2003, 1984

Bowl Game Parades

☆BBVA Compass Bowl☆

Birmingham, Alabama

2012

☆Fiesta Bowl☆

Phoenix, Arizona

2004, 1999, 1994

☆Orange Bowl☆

Miami, Florida

2000

Capitol Parades

☆Presidential Inauguration☆

Washington D.C.

2001, 1989

☆Cherry Blossom Festival☆

Washington D.C. 

1994

☆Alabama Governor’s Inauguration☆

Montgomery, Alabama

2003, 1999, 1995, 1991, 1987